THE REAL SPANISH BAR CAKE

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Does anyone remember The Spanish Bar Cake that A&P grocery stores use to have? This is about as close as I have found to the real thing! The first bite brought back great memories YUM!!! I found this on another site a while back and just got around to making it. I frosted mine with a cream cheese frosting and it was...

Provided by Gail Herbest

Categories     Cakes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 1/4 c all purpose flour
3/4 c brown sugar
3/4 c white sugar
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
4 Tbsp cocoa, unsweetened
2 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp allspice
2 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp ginger
1/2 c canola or vegetable oil
1/4 c melted butter
1 c applesauce
1 c sour cream
2 medium eggs
1 1/2-2 c raisins, soaked in warm water about 5 minutes to plump
CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
8 oz cream cheese softened
4 Tbsp soft butter
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 1/2 plus c powdered sugar
1/3 c milk (use only if you need to)
1 Tbsp lemon juuice

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F Prepare a 9x13 in.pan by spraying with non stick spray
  • 2. In a large bowl, whisk all the dry ingredients together.
  • 3. add oil,melted butter, applesauce, sour cream and eggs mix well and then add in the raisins, stir to combine
  • 4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until done when tested with a toothpick. Let cake cool completely before frosting.
  • 5. frost with your favorite cream cheese frosting (or butter cream can be used)
  • 6. For cream cheese frosting- Mix all ingredients beating well adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed to make it smooth and easy to spread

Allamin Islam
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This cake is absolutely delicious. I highly recommend it.


Taniya Akter
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I love that this recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make this cake without any problems.


Ernestina Rios
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, holidays, and even just as a treat for my family.


Kgothatso Mbuyisa
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The frosting on this cake is to die for. It's so light and fluffy, and it pairs perfectly with the moist cake.


Susil Neupane
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I love the almond flavor in this cake. It's so unique and delicious.


Kyle Blaauw
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This cake is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker like me.


Yekeh Boimah
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Rayquane Baker
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I can find at my local grocery store.


Zaki Samo
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just as a treat for myself.


Keyshawn Marshall
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I'm not a big fan of frosting, but the frosting on this cake was amazing. It was light and fluffy, and it didn't overpower the cake.


Mustaphar Ally
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of the almond and lemon flavors.


QuaNiyaha Barbee
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I've never made a bar cake before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The cake turned out great and I'll definitely be making it again.


Augustin Wooselande
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This cake was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it.


Sayibu Zeinab
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. The cake is moist and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. I've made it several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Taken Mk Technical 2
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This Spanish bar cake was a hit at my party! It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect touch of sweetness. I'll definitely be making this again.